Fire Extinguisher/Fire Guard Course

Prerequisites: This course requires no prerequisites and meets and exceeds the standards set by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.157(g) requirements.

Objective: Familiarize employees with the general principles of fire extinguisher use and hazards involved with incipient stage fire fighting. Students will demonstrate the ability to select and safely use effectively a portable fire extinguisher in a controlled live fire training exercise.

Format: Students will actively participate in an interactive lecture and hands-on exercises involving:

• Definition of Incipient Stage Fire
• Fire Classifications
• Fire Extinguisher Inspection, Selection and Use
• Fire Extinguisher Safety and P.A.S.S.
• 1 1/2″ Hose line Deployment
• 20 lb. ABC Extinguishers
• 150 lb. Wheeled Extinguishers
• Live Fire Fighting Exercises

Location: Foster Safety LLC or On-Site

Dates: See Training Calendar or Request

*Breakfast & Refreshments provided.